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Syria's ancient sites face widespread looting and systematic bulldozing, satellite images reveal
Dozens of archaeological sites were destroyed by looting during Syria's civil war, which began in 2011 and lasted until 2024.
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The destruction of Syria's ancient sites is a significant issue, as satellite images have revealed widespread looting and systematic bulldozing of these cultural heritage sites. The extent of this damage has been largely unknown since 2017, when the last comprehensive analysis was published.
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